And just like that, we’ve reached the end of the year! Lectures are wrapped, assignments submitted (hopefully on time), and Garden Party has come and gone in a blur of sunshine, music, questionable dance moves, and memories you’ll be retelling all summer.
Now it’s exam time, time to summon every last brain cell, coffee shot, and highlighter you’ve got left. But hang in there, because on the other side is a classic Kiwi summer waiting for you. Long days, beaches, road trips, and of course, festival season, dust off those tents and get ready to swap lecture notes for setlists.
For some of you, this is the end of your uni journey, and a huge congratulations! You’re about to step into the “real world” (whatever that means), whether that’s the workforce, an OE adventure, or just figuring it all out. Others will be back next year to do it all again, new papers, new mates, and new stories. And hey, if none of that applies, there’s always the noble art of being a bum for the summer. Respect.
No matter where you’re headed, we’re stoked to have shared the year with you through RAM. Thanks for reading, contributing, and being part of the student voice.
Good luck with exams, travel safe, and don’t forget to slap on the sunscreen. See you in the next chapter.
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Staff Awards
Staff Member Who Has Made the Most
Positive Impact on Student Experience
Misi Otineru
Jayne Smith
Hamish Cochrane
Lauren Waller
Anita Roberts
Most Smiley Staff Member
Spring Xing
Undercover Hero
Lorraine Skevington
Student Awards
Best Pass Leader
Samrddhi Rajnikant
Best RAM Article
Georgia Fitzpatrick
Lyndon Downes
Student Who Has Had the Most Positive Impact on the LU Community
Antonia Olszewski
Aleesha Young
Alex McCorkindale
Nathan Campbell
Troy Volman
Standout Course Rep
Matthew Hale (AGCM)
Pippa McCarthy (AGLS)
Zoe Double (ESD)
Rojee Shrestha (AGLS)
Sanne Appleby (ESD & AGLS)
Club Awards
Best Club Collaboration
Public Speaking Club Lincoln University & LU Music Club
Best Club Event or Activity
Lincoln University Chinese Student Association
Best Club Event or Activity (Runner Up)
Lincoln Ecological Society
Best Community Initiative Handy Landy’s
Best Community Initiative (Runner Up)
Lincoln Student Volunteer Army
Best New Club LU Fishing and Diving Club
Best New Club (Runner Up)
Lincoln University Culture of Korea
Best Cultural Initiative
Lincoln University Muslim Association
Most Dedicated Club Member
Harry Feng
Samrddhi Rajnikant
Coral Peat
Ben Allen
Best Charity Fundraising Initiative
Lincoln University Hunting Club
Best Charity Fundraising Initiative (Runner Up)
Lincoln University Muslim Association
Best Charity Fundraising Initiative (Special Mention)
Golden Z
Best Regular Event Series
Anime Club Lincoln University
Best Regular Event Series (Runner Up)
Lincoln University Nerd Association
Most Standout Club
Lincoln University Investment Society
Most Standout Club (Runner Up)
Lincoln Young Farmers Club
Best Social Media Presence LU Run Club
Best Social Media Presence (Runner Up)
Lincoln University Nerd Association
Boots the House Down was the theme of this year’s annual SPACE (Lincoln University’s LGBTQIA+ Club) Ball, held on the 26th of September at the Springston Rugby Club. Special shout-out to LUSA and Selwyn District Council for helping the event come to life!
Guests were greeted by a life-sized Dolly Parton at the entrance and a sea of neon cowboy hats—some even lit up! The dazzling evening kicked off with high-energy line dancing, which was not for the faint of heart (or anyone in heels). The enthusiasm was unmatched, the coordination slightly less so—ending up in a few trodden toes—but it was a kickin’ way to start the night!
The photobooth printed not just pictures but memories, showcasing everyone’s most glamorous outfits. Later, karaoke brought the house down with some nearly in-tune renditions of Bohemian
Rhapsody and other Mr Brightside-style ballads.
The fun didn’t stop there—the courtesy van ride home was full of laughter, stolen cowboy hats, and a few very broken shoes (always a sign of a great night!).
Beyond the glitter and good times, the SPACE Ball holds deep significance for Lincoln University’s LGBTQIA+ community. It’s a chance for students to celebrate who they are in a space where they feel safe, seen, and celebrated. Events like this build connection and belonging—reminding queer students that they are a valued part of campus life, and that joy, love, and pride are worth coming together for.
A huge thank you to everyone who attended—we can’t wait to see you all next year!
SPACE Exec 2025
Student Buddy Programme I Kaiwhakarite Tauira
Washpen Falls was an amazing trip; we timed the weather perfectly. It was a little crisp with snow being 800 meters from our location once we reached the top of the walk. The magnificent views of the Waitaha (Canterbury) Plains showed the patchwork look that has become well known for the flat expanse of the plains. Enjoy these photos and some comments from the students:
“Great weather, friendly people, good laughs, some sharing of facts around history, plants, and, birds and tasty snacks”.
“It was a wonderful trip with nice people and a great view. The hiking trail is also manageable for untrained people. I really enjoyed the trip.”
“Thank you very much for a lovely day on the trip today.”
“It was very enjoyable, and the view from the top of the mountain and the waterfall itself were incredible. It was nice to be able with chat to new people and catch up with others. The trail wasn’t too difficult, and yet you still got a workout in as well, seeing the different landscape changes along the way. I have already recommended the walk to others”.
The Kaiwhakarite Tauira volunteer buddies for 2025 wish you all the very best for your final assessments, for summer practical work, for job hunting, and for whatever is next in your journey. They have enjoyed meeting you, getting to know you and helping you to find your place here at LU. Go well and see you on campus next year, at graduation or out in the world!
The Kaiwhakarite Tauira programme is available during the summer schools Nov and Jan. We look forward to meeting you scan here for the details or email experience@lincoln.ac.nz
Sustainability Week 2025 Recap
Blue skies on a warm Monday morning. Volunteers armed with spades and sunscreen. In the depths of the web, an
iNaturalist project status changed to ‘in-progress’. Birds sang. So began Sustainability Week 2025. Almost 400 trees claimed the old Burns site that morning, and between tasty LUSA sausages and clay-bound spade thrusts, I knew the week had barely begun.
Tuesday arrived with a cool draught and rubbish throughout Grounded: did you know that pizza boxes go in the yellow bin if they aren’t cheesy? Some of our competitors did. A race against the clock, a waste bag with fairy wings (what happens in Halls?) - some swept the competition, whilst others were trash. Amongst it all, three wooden plaques were hidden around campus, waiting to be scavenged. The first team found them that very same day.
The smell of pancakes cut through the crisp Wednesday morning air. Wheels spun as cycles were serviced. Trail-blazing Lincolnites who transported sustainably to uni were rewarded with coffee, cake, and chatter. A huge shoutout to the future leaders who sacrificed a sleep-in to cook astoundingly professional pancakes and hand out the transport vouchers. Next, an interlude, as a small party plunged waders first into the arboretum stream. That’s right, LU has a stream! A small, mis-kept, dirty stream, choked with invasive iris and sediment, but a stream nonetheless. Our prizes? Caddisfly larvae, freshwater snails, and clams – you heard me, we have CLAMS on campus! Smash-cut to seven PM: Grounded alight with chatter and platters, the Conservation and Ecology careers evening was buzzing. Between mouthfuls of ginger crunch, I talked research, pest control, and biodiversity with stalls and employees from across the region. Ecol Soc did a brilliant job organising such a wonderful evening.
Sustainable irrigation was the forecast for Thursday, to the great pleasure of the fresh Burns Forest. Rain hammered on Forbes but could not drown Grounded theatre’s cheers, as kahoot-quizzers celebrated (for once) their cursed knowledge of LU’s carbon emissions, Sustainability Plan, and campus features. Chocolate, handmade crochet, and hand-illustrated notebooks found their way to our winners. The afternoon brought the marine world crashing into our terrestrial one, with an ocean documentary by David Attenborough followed by an expert panel on marine sustainability. The question list was no challenge for Drs Steve Urlich and Hamish Rennie, and attending students were delighted by the breadth and depth the panel brought to such an interesting topic.
My Friday morning stroll was interrupted by Professor Eirian Jones diving into the Ross Garden, proudly revealing a mushroom-like stem in the underbrush. Ciborinna camellae, otherwise known as Camellia blight. By finding this fungus, Eirian had passed a massive milestone for Sustainability Week: our 50th new species observed on campus since the week began. Across four and a half days, 22 observers found 524 species – a tenth of them never observed before! That’s an incredible effort for a group so small and shows how much we have to learn about LU. Fortunately, the sun was the order of the day; as midday rolled by, the campus tour began. The tour (organised by LU’s illustrious sustainability officer Patryk Szczerba) started at Waimarie, passed by the decommissioned coal boiler, and finished in the arboretum, with speakers discussing the history of LU’s most interesting places. At each site, a hidden plaque glimmered, the final prize in the hunt that ran across the week.
Across five days, one hundred-odd people, and weeks of preparations, Sustainability Week 2025 came to a thunderous close with a celebration of all that had happened. The Pink Pīwakakwakas were crowned winners of the scavenger hunt, with master’s students Heidi Allan and Sarah Gabites coming out on top in the bioblitz. A massive thank you to everyone involved, particularly SAGE and the lovely Lincolnites who put so much hard work into seeing it succeed. Allonsy!
SAGE TIP OF THE MONTH
October in the Garden
• Focus on preparing your garden beds and sowing cool-season crops such as lettuce spinach, and peas.
• Hold off on planting heat-loving varieties like tomatoes until the weather warms up.
• Apply a layer of mulch around plants to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds. Mulching is particularly beneficial as daytime temperatures increase and rainfall becomes less frequent.
• Start monitoring for pests and diseases.
Source: Canterbury Horticultural Society chsgardens.co.nz
The Christchurch Music Scene is Bumpin’ and You’re Deaf to it
I think I can safely say that I love a good concert. Who doesn’t?! The ones I attend are mainly at the Christchurch Town Hall, many at The Loons in Lyttleton, and others in a garage at someone’s flat!
All of which I enjoy.
I was talking to my friend about these experiences, and they said, “Yeah, it’s a shame that the Christchurch Music Scene is dead”!
I shot out goon wine from my nose in shock. “Dead”? No way!
The only thing dead about the Christchurch music scene is Flux’s lease renewal (RIP), so what the fuck are they on about?!
I mulled on this for a while and have come to a hypothesis: the music scene is bumping, but you just have to know about it to enjoy it!
So, my recommendation is to just go to a fucking show. Your knowledge of live music shouldn’t end at the band on at 9pm at Fat Eddies - who play the same songs each week (I do love them though..). Christchurch has a range of bands that focus on any genre you could wish for, and yes, I am going to include DJs in this, as I know some of you only go out to gear up.
I have paid $5 for a 24-year-old labourer to shout random noises into a microphone at me, and I fucking enjoyed it!
No matter what, I’m always up for moshing and sweating and stepping on people’s toes, and it will always feel more communal than singing ‘Wagon Wheel’ at the Grouse!
I have heard the worst and the best music, and I feel good knowing I’m fueling the stories of future
parents who will say, “Yeaahppp, I was in a band once.”
So how do you learn about gigs? How do you figure out what music you enjoy? I recommend starting with Under the Radar (UTR). It is an App that lists which concerts are on in your area and allows you to purchase tickets. This is a go-to site for many upcoming bands to sell their show, and so it has this aura of “underground bands who know they’re slightly shit but are brave enough to be on stage”. I fucking froth it!
Download the App, choose a band to go see, and you might actually enjoy it. Now, follow them on Instagram. Not only will they post about future shows, but they will probably collab with other local groups, and so your exposure to the Christchurch gig scene will slowly expand.
Keep repeating this process until you spend weekends bumping to $10 of shows instead of bumping lines at the local pub. Plus, you’re supporting a community of friendly people who just want to enjoy their hobbies.
In a world where the arts seem to be bullied and defunded in every corner, we must unite to watch a group of boys with porn staches, in flannel shirts and jorts, sing about their first lover with more emotion than they ever showed her. I promise it is more diverse than this, I swear!
Written by Georgia Fitzpatrick
LUCK Club ReCap
A special event marking the 10th anniversary of the Korea/New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA) was recently held in Christchurch. The event was jointly hosted by the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in New Zealand, the Korean Society of Christchurch, and the World Federation of Overseas Korean Traders Associations (OKTA). Coinciding with the annual Korean Day Festival, it brought together participants of all generations and backgrounds to celebrate the friendship and growing partnership between the two nations.
A highlight of the celebration was a breathtaking performance by a renowned municipal dance company from Korea, whose choreography seamlessly blended traditional and contemporary styles. Their graceful movements and expressive storytelling vividly showcased the depth and beauty of Korean culture, earning enthusiastic applause from the audience.
LUCK operated an interactive booth featuring:
• Guidance on AI applications for senior communities
• Career mapping that connects personal interests with future pathways for youth
• Promotion of Lincoln University’s upcoming postgraduate programmes - Master of Artificial Intelligence for Land Use, Master of Applied Computing, Master of Fintech and Investment Management, and Master of Precision Agriculture
The seven-hour event drew visitors of all ages, from children to seniors who engaged enthusiastically with LUCK’s student representatives and their informative presentations.
LUCK’s leadership team was also invited to the VIP Reception, where they met with the Ambassador of the Republic of Korea, the Mayor of Christchurch, and various organisational leaders to introduce Lincoln University and share its vision for cultural exchange and collaboration.
On 5 October, LUCK participated in the Chuseok Festival hosted by the University of Canterbury Korean Society (UCKS). The event celebrated Chuseok, one of Korea’s most cherished traditional holidays, offering students and community members a warm opportunity to share, learn, and experience Korean culture together.
LUCK organised a Songpyeon Workshop, where visitors made half-moon-shaped rice cakes while learning about the meaning of Chuseok, a harvest festival symbolising family unity and gratitude. Many international students commented that Korean festive traditions felt “warm and deeply meaningful,” showing great enthusiasm for the experience.
The club also ran a ‘Write Your Korean Name’ station, where participants could have their names written in Hangul, the Korean alphabet, allowing them to appreciate its creativity and elegance firsthand.
The event brought together students from both Lincoln University and the University of Canterbury, as well as visitors from diverse cultural backgrounds, creating a vibrant and inclusive celebration of Korean culture.
Beyond on-campus activities, the Lincoln University Culture of Korea (LUCK) club actively participates in community events, proudly representing Lincoln University in the wider region.
Moving forward, LUCK aims to continue its commitment to meaningful volunteer work and cultural exchange, building bridges between students and the community through shared understanding and collaboration.
Club Yarns
Queenstown Trip
By Cameron Brans
At 8am on Friday, the 26th of September, 36 keen Lincoln Young Farmers left the Club Hall for the much-anticipated Queenstown weekend trip. Our first stop was Timaru, where we visited Andrew Darling’s cropping farm. It was interesting hearing about Andrew’s alternative inputs and the process behind achieving the world record barley harvest in 2016. We had lunch next to the Pacific Ocean and appropriately washed it down with a boat race.
Our next stop was Caberfeidh, where we asked some great questions and learnt about the Lumina lamb finishing system. It was fascinating to see what irrigation can do in one of the driest parts of the country. Finally, we ended our day at Table Top Station in the Hakataramea Valley, where some Upper Waitaki Young Farmers also joined us.
Saturday saw us arise refreshed from a lovely night’s sleep in our cottage and woolshed accommodation, braving the near freezing tempratures. After a hearty brekkie, we set out
towards Omarama Station. Richard Subtil and his mate from Australia treated us to a unique insight into both Omarama Station and the state of the fine wool sector, and gave us some interesting food for thought on pain relief at docking.
We then scooted down the road to Alexandra, restocked our liquor supply, and headed to McIntosh Orchard. For many club members, it was their first time visiting a cherry orchard (especially in full bloom), so it was great to have a look around and gain some insight into the process of growing and packing stone fruit.
We finally made it to our destination, Queenstown, where we ripped through our Domino’s pizza and got acquainted with the Southern Laughter Backpackers before heading into town. The bull at Cowboys was conquered, and we finished the night out at Winnies, with a quick pit stop at Maccas to wrap things up. Overall, it was a fantastic trip. A massive thank you to the drivers and all the farmers who allowed us to visit their properties.
Massey Young Farmers Exchange
By Willis Summerfield
Earlier this semester, a bold squad of Lincoln Young Farmers took to the skies and flew north to PNaughty (Palmerston North) for the muchanticipated annual exchange with our Massey counterparts.
The trip kicked off on Friday with a visit to Waitatapea Station, located south of Bulls. We were treated to a full tour of their impressive feedlot operations and a fascinating look into their land contouring practices—designed to optimize irrigation and boost crop yields by up to 30%. The station’s heavy machinery, especially the two mighty Steigers hard at work, was a definite crowd favourite. We also dove into discussions around the future of live-export cattle in New Zealand, sparking plenty of thought and debate.
Speaking of debate—Friday night saw Lincoln take on Massey in a lively showdown over the topic: “New Zealand should focus on feeding itself before the rest of the world.” Lincoln argued against the motion and came away with the win, proving once again that when it comes to talking sense (or just talking loud), we’ve got the edge.
Saturday started slowly... very slowly. The sun may
have refused to rise, but we rose(ish) anyway and headed to the Massey Sports Grounds.
First up: netball, where we narrowly lost 22–4 (a gracious scoreline). But we bounced back on the hockey turf, battling through grim weather to take a 3–2 win. After a short recharge, we hit the rugby field. The 15s clash was physical, fast, and full of laughs—though we may have decided to let Massey have their moment with a 35–12 win. All in the name of interclub harmony, of course.
With two wins apiece, the final decider came down to a time-honoured tradition: the boat race. Twelve brave souls (six girls, six guys) lined up to chug for glory. After cheering on the All Blacks at the local pub, we marched to The Barn for the final event. Lincoln stepped up—and absolutely humbled Massey in a display of elite hydration skills and precision. Victory was ours, and with it, the 2025 exchange title.
A massive thank you to Massey Young Farmers for their hospitality and great sportsmanship—and to all our Lincoln legends who made the trip north. See you next year!
Dear Antonia & Will,
“Public Speaking” was the very first club I’ve ever joined, and it has truly made my final semester at Lincoln University so much more joyful and fulfilling, thanks to the friendly atmosphere and generous weekly activities you arranged for us, not to forget the delicious pizza!
I, a long-time sufferer of social anxiety, found myself wanting to go to every single club meeting. One of the most valuable exercises was the workshop on job interview skills, which you invited Michelle to attend. It was an enlightening guide through role-playing exercises, which broke the ice and made it fun. I learnt a great deal from that session and was looking forward to applying Michelle’s strategies in an interview I have coming up.
You always listen very carefully to comments made by members, and we were lucky to be taught how to debate by Greg and even participate in a simulated debate!
Outside the Club sessions, you and the other “Kiwi” club members have been so kind and patient in teaching us foreign students about local customs and culture, and it has made life a lot easier for us to settle in and study here at LU.
Although I’ve only got about a month and a half remaining with this great club, I will definitely still be monitoring our proceedings on Facebook and Instagram.
Thanks to both of you (and all of our other fellow members) for enriching my time at Lincoln with so much laughter and warmth.
Regards, Weiwei Ren
One of LUNA’s (Lincoln University Nerd Association) most creative and fun nights is our Paint ‘n’ Sip, which allows students to show creativity and destress from uni work.
We held our last one of this year in week 10 on Thursday at the LUSA Club house. People used this night to present their artistic skills of all levels, as well as to paint cardboard houses for our ‘Table Top Role Playing Game Night’ of Mafia, which is being held in week 11.
The atmosphere was social with much laughter, music, and masterpieces finished by the end of the night (some seen below). These creative flames were of course fed with pizza - a staple in every uni student’s diet!
Club Yarns
Doubles Tournament Serves Up Success
By Tom Matteucci
The Lincoln University Racket Club recently hosted its much-anticipated Doubles Tournament/AGM, drawing an energetic mix of tennis abilities for an afternoon of friendly competition and club spirit. The event saw double partners of all skill levels rallying across multiple courts, with laughter, marginal calls, and plenty of good-natured rivalry. The tournament came down to an intense final, where Will and Chiara came out victorious, with bragging rights until next year.
Off the court, the free barbecue proved a major hit, giving everyone a chance to refuel and socialise between matches. The club’s highly professional AGM also took place, with Ashton Robinson retaining his presidency, with Crystal Jewell stepping up to Vice, Brooke Jewell stepping up to Secretary, Tom Matteucci climbing the ranks to treasurer and Luke joining exec as social media/ general rep.
As university comes to an end for the year, the Racket Club is already gearing up for more social hits, racket extravaganzas and extremely competitive doubles tournaments next year, so whether you’re a regular or just a beginner, keep an eye out and get involved!
We have tried a lot of lovely wines this semester at the Lincoln Uni wine appreciation club, covering a whole range of varieties and countries. But here are the top picks of the year from a few of our execs!
“My favourite wine we have tried this year was the Terra Sancta Mysterious Diggings Blanc de Noir. This is a white wine made from red Pinot Noir grapes. It has lovely notes of peach, apricot, and lime zest that are followed by a nice touch of minerality that rounds out the palate. It’s super easy drinking and perfect for a warm evening.”
“I liked the Pegasus Bay Bel Canto, a unique style created by the late harvest Riesling that has been fermented to dry, leaving a concentrated palette of tropical fruit notes with a long, honeyed finish. Incredibly versatile food, wine, and a great pick for those that want to enjoy Riesling without the sweetness levels many Rieslings provide.”
“The wine that I enjoyed the most was the ‘Sweet Agnes’ Riesling from Seifried. It fills your mouth with citrus flavours, honey, and apricot. It has a balanced finish with vibrant acidity and a refreshing lime flavour. This wine is made from 100% Riesling grapes that have been handpicked later in the season. This allows the grapes to almost become raisins on that vine and achieve a luscious sweetness.”
“The Ninot Blanc de Blanc NV was my favourite wine this semester, mainly because it’s the only one I remember. I really liked it because it was 100% Chardonnay, and I do love a wee Chardonnay from time to time. I’m looking forward to the club doing the wine and chips pairing and getting more people involved next year!!”
“A favourite wine of mine so far has been the Rua 2023 Pinot Noir. If you’re looking for an elegant Central Otago Pinot without the crazy markup, it’s a winner. It’s super approachable, shows a lovely display of dark stone fruits and raspberry, with a lingering vanilla undertone. Bring it to your next event to exude class.”
Conservation and Ecology Careers Night
On the 24th of September, we held our annual Conservation and Ecology Careers Night. This was a great event with 12 stall holders, 2 guest speakers, and around 80 students in attendance.
The evening began with talks from our guest speakers:
• Johno Ridden - Curator of the Natural History collection at Canterbury Museum shared his career journey from Lincoln student to where he is now and offered some helpful tips for breaking into the conservation and ecology job market.
• Denise Ford - Senior Biodiversity Specialist at Selwyn District Council, provided valuable insights as to what a diverse career in conservation and ecology could look like. Her multitude of projects and interesting career journey inspired many of us to think about jobs with local councils.
We then shifted to a club market-day-type stall environment. Stallholders included:
• Zero Invasive Predators
• Environment Canterbury
• Christchurch City Council
• Lincoln BHU Organics
• Manaaki Whenua
• South Island Wildlife Hospital
• Living Springs Trust
• Canterbury Museum
• Waimakariri District Council
• Banks Peninsula Conservation Trust
• Habitat NZ
• Christchurch Envirohub
• Lincoln Careers Center
We would like to extend a huge thank you to all stallholders and speakers. Feedback from students was that stallholders were friendly and engaging to talk with and offered lots of useful tips and ad-
vice. Many stalls collected names on volunteering forms and encouraged students to apply for future graduate and summer roles. Stalls had a diverse array of interesting displays, from posters and traps to a real fossilized Giant Moa foot (brought by Canterbury Museum).
We would also like to extend thanks to Michayla and Anita from LUSA, who supported us in planning the event. Catering in the form of savories, sandwiches, slices, and fruit (alongside hot drinks and Juice) wAS supplied courtesy of LUSA. These were very popular, and we were happy to have very little wastage by the end of the night.
Next year, we are hoping to hold this event earlier in the year to support a growing shift in the timing of summer and graduate roles being advertised. We would love to see you there.
Rewinding the Tape
Since the last RAM release, the Music Club has hosted another two great events. The first, which was in collaboration with the awesome Public Speaking club, was The Open Stage.
We saw a plethora of talent perform a range of acts: Stand-up comedy, dancing, singing, musical solos, a scientific presentation, band performances, and more, and great MCing to fill the spaces between the acts. There was also pizza and there were prizes for performances provided by LUSA and by the Student Experience Team.
We appreciate those who performed, those who came to watch, and everyone else who helped behind the scenes.
The second event saw the return of the notorious DJ Steve and his highly anticipated Music Bingo. I love it when I recognize a song and don’t have to rely on Shazam to cross it off my sheet, but love it even more when the DJ plays a song that’s new to me and makes a perfect addition to my playlist. The rounds were broken up with fun spot prize quizzes by Minuk. We dined on pizza, and the lucky winners went home with some gift cards.
Finally, a massive Thank You to everyone involved. Thank you to all the club members. Thank you to the rest of the exec team. Thank you to collaborators. Thank you to everyone who helped in any capacity with the events. Thank you, everyone at LUSA, for the financial support, help, and guidance.
LIVING OUR VALUES at Te Whare Wānaka o Aoraki Lincoln University
These values, drawn from our Māori strategy, are a guide for how we treat each other, our environment, and ourselves. They are the heart of our university. Here’s a look at what they mean and how you might already be living them.
OUR GUIDING VALUES:
Manaakitaka:
Uplifting Each Other
This is the act of caring for one another and being a good host. It’s about actions, big and small, that raise the integrity of everyone around you.
What it looks like:
• Shouting a friend a kawhe (coffee) when they’re having a tough week.
• Making sure everyone gets a chance to speak in a group project.
• Welcoming a new student who looks lost on campus.
Whanaukataka:
Building Our Community
This value is all about connection. It’s about strengthening the network of relationships that makes this large university feel like a smaller, connected whānau (family).
What it looks like:
• Joining a club or sports team.
• Creating a study group and supporting each other through exams.
• Checking in on your flatmates or friends when you know they’re stressed.
Kaitiakitaka:
Guardianship and Care for Our Place
This is our shared responsibility to be stewards of our environment. It’s about protecting the whenua (land) and our resources for the students who will come after us.
What it looks like:
• Carpooling, bussing, cycling or walking to uni when possible.
• Joining a tree-planting day or a campus clean-up initiative.
• Conserving energy by switching off lights in empty rooms.
Rakatirataka:
Leading From Where You Stand
Leadership isn’t just for the people in charge. Rakatirataka is about taking ownership, showing initiative, and weaving different ideas together to move forward, whether in a group project or in your own life.
What it looks like:
• Taking the lead on organising your group’s presentation.
• Respectfully sharing a different perspective in a tutorial.
• Organising a social event for your hall or class.
Wairuataka:
Connecting with Spirit and Identity
This value acknowledges the spiritual essence that connects us to our place and to each other. It’s about understanding who you are and creating a space where others can be their authentic selves too.
What it looks like:
• Taking a moment to appreciate the beauty of our campus grounds.
• Being open to learning about different cultures and worldviews from your peers.
• Supporting a friend who is exploring their own identity.
Tohatoha:
The Spirit of Sharing
This is the simple, powerful act of sharing knowledge, time, and resources. It recognises that when we contribute to the collective, everyone benefits. What it looks like:
• Sharing your study notes with a classmate who was away sick.
• Volunteering your time for a campus event.
• Mentoring a first-year student in a subject you’re passionate about.
The Evil Vending Machine
Every campus has one. A vending machine that seems to have developed a personal vendetta against students and is supplying them with their sweet treat between lectures. The vending machine that sits in the corner of Grounded, humming innocently, glowing with temptation, only to leave chaos and deceit to the innocent students. The Evil Vending Machine has built quite a reputation for chaos.
One example is when an innocent student just wanted a sweet treat in-between lectures and tried to purchase a Whittaker’s dairy milk chocolate bar. Simple enough, right? Wrong. The machine whirred, clicked, and then spat out a Dark Ghana bar instead…THE WORST FLAVOUR. Not ideal, but fair play, maybe the machine was having a bad day. She decided to give it another shot, pressed the button again, and BAM… OUT OF ORDER. Even though she was staring right at her chocolate bar. The next person who used it, though? They got BOTH of her milk chocolate bars. This machine clearly has favourites.
But the story doesn’t end there. Another student tried to grab a bag of Thai Sweet Chili Doritos, only for them to get stuck halfway down. Classic. So she did what was obvious, buy another bag to knock it loose. Unfortunately, both bags were jammed together in a crunchy pile of betrayal. 5 minutes later, a lucky passerby came along and saw the opportunity. He made a single purchase and walked away with THREE bags of chips. A true hero’s reward or the vending machine’s cruel sense of humour?
At this point, we can’t decide if it’s faulty or just pure evil. Maybe it feeds on frustration. Maybe it enjoys giving random strangers free snacks. Either way, it’s clear the vending machine isn’t just a snack dispenser, it’s a master of emotional manipulation.
If you ever find yourself face-to-face with the Evil Vending Machine, card in hand and stomach growling, proceed with caution. You might walk away with a treat… or you might end up making someone else’s day.
Venue : ALTIORA (The Arts Centre)
Time : Saturday the 25th of October 9am - 3pm Sunday the 26th of October 9am - 3pm
The Arts Centre 25 Hereford St Christchurch CBD
‘Te Whare Wānaka o Aoraki’ Lincoln University
Meet Misi from Te Manutaki
Name: Missio-Dei Otineru (also known as Misi)
Role:
Pasifika Support Coordinator
Ethnicity: Samoan & Tongan
Villages:
Vailoa Palauli, Samoa & Aoloau, American Samoa
Where are you from. Tell us about your whanau and whakapapa.
Born in Christchurch, New Zealand, I am of proud Samoan and Tongan descent.
After spending early childhood in New Zealand, I moved to the United States, where I spent half of my teenage years. Later, I relocated to American Samoa, reconnecting with island roots and culture. Shaped by life across three countries, it gave me a unique perspective grounded in Pacific heritage and global experience.
Talk about your role and how you support Pasifika students at Lincoln University.
In my role at Lincoln University, I support Pasifika students through both academic and pastoral care—offering guidance, encouragement, and resources to help them succeed in their studies and overall wellbeing. I also work closely with the Lincoln University Pacific Islands Students’ Association (LUPISA), supporting their events and activities to strengthen community, culture, and student engagement on campus.
What have you enjoyed at Lincoln University?
What I’ve enjoyed most about this role is building strong relationships with students and seeing them grow in confidence and connection, not just academically, but as proud Pasifika leaders of the future.
Information about Lincoln University Pacific Islands Students Association:
LUPISA offers a dedicated Pasifika study space on the ground floor of the George Forbes Building, creating a welcoming environment for students to connect and succeed. During the semester, LUPISA also hosts Volleyball Fridays every week at the Whare Hākinakina gym, bringing students together through sport and fun.
Looking ahead to 2026, LUPISA is excited to continue creating inclusive events and activities that welcome students from all backgrounds to be part of the Pasifika community at Lincoln.
Your PhD, Your Rights: Finding Balance in the Supervisor Student/Relationship
Deciding to study a research course, a Master’s or, even more, a PhD, is often an act of courage. It goes against a society that tells us we need to earn a lot and quickly. Instead, we choose to spend more time (and often navigate life with very little money) to specialise in something we find meaningful.
Sometimes, it’s less about bravery and more about buying a few extra years, a tentative pause to explore possibilities before committing to the grey 8-to-5 life. Whatever the reason that brought you to continue your education, you probably know by now: the path can be steep, and, at times, lonely.
Doing a PhD is unlike any job or course of study. Your main feedback comes from your supervisory team, until you step out onto the peer-reviewed publishing ground. You won’t have a classroom full of mates learning the same lessons, nor a team of colleagues who’ve faced your exact problems. Instead, you’ll work closely with one or two supervisors, people on whom your progress, and sometimes your sanity, depend. Building a good relationship with them is vital.
This pressure weighs on both students and academics. Let’s remember that academics are the only professionals expected to manage subordinates without ever having formal training in management. They studied their own postgraduates just like you, did some work as tutors and then lecturers, and then boom! They were supervising students.
The situation gets even more complicated for international students. Many make
By Caterina
substantial financial sacrifices to study in New Zealand, far away from family support. If they bring family along, money can be even tighter. Their visa (and their family’s visas) depend entirely on their studies, and their studies depend on their supervisors.
Supervisors, meanwhile, are often juggling teaching, research, and multiple students — with limited time. Add different personalities, cultural backgrounds, and working styles, and you can easily have a recipe for disaster.
The supervisor–student relationship is inherently unbalanced: on one side, an established academic; on the other, a student (often an immigrant, unfamiliar with local systems), whose only job, stipend, and security hinge on their studies. For mature students who’ve already managed teams in the workplace, it can be jarring to face supervisors without managerial training.
When issues arise, students can feel completely lost.
For internationals, the stakes are especially high: imagine uprooting your kids to move across the world, only to face losing your stipend and visa within three months if your studies are suspended. Imagine feeling like a failure because academic success is so highly valued in your culture, or because you left a steady job to pursue a PhD — and now that journey is sinking.
For supervisors, it’s “just work.” For students, it’s their whole life.
The University does have processes to resolve conflicts. The Postgraduate Office has
“heard every story under the sun” and helped many students. But when situations become inextricably complex, staff may be caught in an awkward spot: trying to help a student while ultimately being employed by the University itself. That’s a conflict of interest.
This is where independent help is essential. LUSA also exists for this a student executive and independent staff, not answerable directly to the University.
I’ve heard endless stories of students enduring sub-optimal situations because they felt they had no choice. But you do have choices.
At LUSA, you can talk with our advocacy expert or even just have an informal chat with one of us on the exec. We can connect you with national associations, like the New Zealand International Students’ Association. We can also help you understand your rights under the Pastoral Care Code (2021), a New Zealand law protecting students across all education providers. And if needed, we can connect you with NZQA, which enforces that Code.
You even have a say in your supervisory team. If you need different expertise or simply a supervisor with a less busy agenda, you can ask – and I strongly encourage you to get LUSA involved too. I changed my entire supervisory team. I’m not suggesting it’s easy, it wasn’t — but I was supported through the process.
Please remember this: the University should be built around students’ needs, not the other way around.
Want to make a positive impact and help other students on campus?
Get paid to build your confidence and experience in leadership, public speaking and project planning in 2026 with work hours that fit around your study.
If you are passionate about sexual harm prevention, and equity, diversity and inclusion we want you to join the Kaiwhakamanawa Tauira team!
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Scan to QR code to register your interest now or email Alex Michel-Smith at experience@lincoln.ac.nz
Best Places TO 'SMASH' on Campus
Do you have a fantasy to shag on Campus? This article is for students who know that campus isn’t just for lectures...You’ll be surprised at these places hiding in plain sight on campus that serve more than one purpose. I’ve based it on my own mix of experience and fantasy. Sharing these secret spots doesn’t mean you are invited! Still, I hope you enjoy the thrill of the fantasy as much as I do.
Studio 100
Have you ever been on campus after dark? The crowds disappear, the hallways grow quiet, and only a few people remain, lost in their own work. Some slip into empty classrooms, not for study, but for a private thrill. Studio 100 is one of those places. Everyone knows it for the green couches. By day, they look ordinary, but by night, they feel almost daring, as if they’re waiting for someone to test the silence.
Sit there after sunset, and the room suddenly changes. Every sound echoes: the creak of the couch, the shuffle of shoes, even the faintest breath. The vast hall makes you feel both free and exposed at the same time. And always, there’s the question: what if someone opens the door right now? That mix of fear and excitement is the charm of Studio 100. It turns an ordinary lecture hall into a secret stage for campus romance.
Computer Lab
If Studio 100 feels like a stage, the Computer Lab is more like a hidden theatre. The silence there is strict, but strangely exciting. You close the door and instantly feel that every sound carries across the entire room. Even the click of a keyboard or the hum of a computer fan seems louder than it should be.
Sit in front of a glowing monitor, pretending to work, while sensing another student tucked away under the rows of desks. We never speak, yet the awareness is sharp. Sharing the same stillness, the same secret. The longer the silence stretches, the stronger the tension grows. Maybe that’s what campus romance really is: not flowers or confessions, but tiny thrills hiding in the quietest corners of everyday life.
Grounded - Disability Toilet
Ask anyone where the busiest spot on campus is, and most will say Grounded in the Forbes Building. It’s crowded, noisy, and always alive with movement. But right next to all that chaos is a place almost no one talks about: the disability toilet. It’s surprisingly spacious, with a lockable door, a mirror, and even a shower. Not just a restroom, more like a private room hidden in plain sight. It’s the perfect toilet to play out a fantasy.
But here’s the twist: inside, silence becomes the real challenge. Every sound feels sharper, as if the walls are listening. You try to keep quiet, yet outside in the hallway, footsteps pass, and people can’t help but wonder what’s happening behind that locked door. And maybe—that’s the real reason the toilet lid ended up broken.
Farm Road (Weedons Road)
A road runs alongside the field, empty and silent, with nothing around but fields fading into the dark. You park the car, and the world suddenly feels distant. No crowds, no streetlights, only the two of you, a bottle of wine, and a few romantic songs playing low.
Under the starlight, everything looks different. Faces soften, smiles brighten, and the heavy night air grows warmer with every passing moment. It doesn’t take much, the silence, the music, and the stars are enough. On this deserted road, the car itself becomes a private hideaway. And really, who cares if the car is a little bouncy? No one can see it.
Kārearea - New Zealand Falcon
Famous for fronting the $20 note, the Kārearea can clock 230km/h and can catch prey mid-flight. They have even adapted to hunt within the dense New Zealand forests, and this aerial acrobat has smashed the Bird of the Year competition for 2025.
Forest & Bird said after an early lead, the falcon kept its talons firmly on the top spot. They are fierce, but they are also vulnerable, with only 5000 to 8000 of them left, being at risk from habitat loss and predation.
Bird of the Year has grown from a simple email poll in 2005 to a hotly contested cultural moment for Aotearoa. Forest & Bird said this year had seen record engagement, with more than 75,000 voters flocking online to back their favourite native manu.
Forest & Bird said that while the competition is always full of humour and creativity, the bigger picture is conservation. Behind the memes and mayhem is a serious message. This year’s top 10 manu match the statistics exactly - 80 percent of them are in trouble. Two (kākāpō and karure black robin) are nationally critical, each with fewer than 300 individuals remaining. Habitat destruction, climate change, and introduced predators continue to push many species towards extinction - but public awareness can be powerful. People fall in love with these birds - and once they know their stories, they care, they advocate, and they act.
Kārearea New Zealand Falcon
New Zealand Bug of the Year 2025
LAKES FESTIVAL
In its 5th year and once known as Hidden Lakes, this festival produces 10 hours of outstanding international, national, and local talent across multiple stages, all hidden amongst the beautiful trees of North Hagley Park. The organisers have introduced a new element - Racket Club, a blackout techno music space on part of the Hagley Park tennis courts, which they say is “designed to make you sweat”!
Hagley Park, Christchurch December 28 lakesfestival.co.nz
RHYTHM & VINES
Where better to experience the first sunrise of the year than at New Zealand’s biggest music festival, Rhythm and Vines. Farewell the last night, welcome the first light at this premier three-day music and four-day camping festival held at the stunning Waiohika Estate, which showcases the world’s best musicians in one of the most beautiful locations on earth.
Gisborne December 29-31 rhythmandvines.co.nz
RHYTHM & ALPS
South Island’s sister of Gisborne’s R&V, the 3-day music event sees thousands of people gather in the beautiful Cardrona Valley, 15 minutes from Wanaka. A massive lineup of over 50 international and local acts performs across four stages. Drive in your campervan, hire a teepee, or pitch your own tent.
Wanaka December 29-31 rhythmandalps.co.nz
LANEWAY
Known for featuring prominent lineups of indie and pop artists, it has become a significant international event. The festival emphasizes community, collaboration, and self-expression, and it also includes sustainability initiatives to reduce its environmental impact.
Auckland February 5 lanewayfestival.com
ROLLING MEADOWS
Rolling is the New Year destination in Aotearoa, featuring one of the best lineups in New Zealand, with an 80-artist lineup.
Bottle Lake, Christchurch December 29-31 rollingmeadows.co.nz
ELECTRIC AVE
Where better to experience the first sunrise of the year than at New Zealand’s biggest music festival, Rhythm and Vines. Farewell the last night, welcome the first light at this premier three-day music and four-day camping festival held at the stunning Waiohika Estate, which showcases the world’s best musicians in one of the most beautiful locations on earth.
Gisborne December 29-31 rhythmandvines.co.nz
HOMEGROWN
Homegrown celebrates almost two decades of incredible music, good vibes, and unforgettable experiences. Highly popular, with 7 stages and 50-60 acts. An electrifying atmosphere, an unstoppable crowd, and performances that will stay with you long after the festival ends. This isn’t just any festival; it’s a full-on Kiwi music takeover right in the heart of Aotearoa.
Hamilton March 14 homegrown.net.nz
FESTY SURVIVAL GUIDE
With worries of getting washed out by the rain or trying to avoid the queues, there are a few things you need to think about before you just rock up to the Festival. So whether you’re heading for a weekend of chilled out vibes or partying it up here is everything you need to know to survive this festival season.
1. Appropriate footwear is essential and will most likely get ruined. Ankle support, toe protection and waterproof if wet.
2. This also means thinking about practicality when planning your festival outfit. But that doesn’t mean it can’t pack a punch. Try to select clothing that is lightweight, easy to wear, and comfortable to move around in so you can get busy making memories rather than fessing over your attire.
3. Screenshot the line-up and make it your screensaver before you leave or (even better) download the festival app for schedules and site guides. There’s no excuses for being disorganised!
4. Sun cream may be one of the most important items in your bumbag. If you plan to be out from sunrise until sunset this is absolutely essential.
5. Don’t forget your waterproof jacket. Embrace the elements, but ensure that you’re protected.
6. Pack toilet/baby wipes. These are worth their weight in gold at festivals, especially when portaloo supplies start to run low.
7. We know that water isn’t the first thing on your mind when it comes to drinks (beer anyone?), but to make the most of a festival it’s best to stay hydrated.
8. Our top tip is to stash a full reusable water bottle inside your tent before heading out for the day so you’re not queuing up after you’re exhausted. For extra rehydration add an electrolyte tab to keep you feeling your best.
9. From smartphones to speakers, electronics always need topping-up during a festival weekend. Carrying a portable charger means you’ll be able to keep charge topped up.
10. Never camp near walkways, because of the noise; toilet facilities, because of the smell; and rivers and at the foot of downhill slopes, just in case of flooding.
11. Make a note of where you’ve camped (and parked). Everything from landmarks to decorating your circle with bunting, helps your pitch stand out in an ocean of mostly green and black tarps.
12. Leaving a first aid kit in your tent for your group is never a bad idea. You can even use the pouch to store your other toiletries.
13. Meet your neighbours – you can make new friends while increasing the security of your camp!
14. Always remember to stuff a couple of bin liners into your pack for stashing wet, damp, and muddy clothes at the end of your weekend.
15. Save a spare pair of dry, comfortable clothes for the journey back. If you’re driving leave them in a car to you’re not tempted to wear them over the weekend.
16. Choose a communal meeting place. So, you and your friends will always know where to find one another. Somewhere easy for the whole group to remember. This may mean back at your tent or next to your favorite food stall. And if someone heads off for a toilet break or to grab a bite, make sure that the whole group waits in one place until the crew is one again.
17. Finally, go in with an open mind. Anything can happen at a festival.
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One Million Minutes of Movement
This November, Diabetes NZ is calling on Aotearoa to come together for its first-ever ‘One Million Minutes’ of movement challenge. The national charity is encouraging New Zealanders to be part of One Million Minutes of movement by moving in any way they choose, tracking and recording their minutes, adding to a collective target of one million minutes, and encouraging others to sponsor them.
All proceeds will go towards Diabetes NZ’s national and local programmes that support tamariki, rangatahi and their whānau across the motu to live well with diabetes.
Heather Verry, CE of Diabetes NZ, says the number of people being diagnosed with diabetes is growing at a rapid rate, and that includes young people. The need to provide support to people of all ages is more important than ever.
“Being diagnosed with type 1 or type 2 diabetes is life-changing, and it can feel overwhelming and scary, especially for young people. The latest data released from the national Virtual Diabetes Register (VDR) shows that an estimated 348,500 people are living with diabetes in New Zealand, with around 67 people being diagnosed each day. We’re very concerned about this rising number and the lack of education and resources that are available to support these young people.
“We’re asking Aotearoa to get behind us this November during Diabetes Action Month by signing up to One Million Minutes, or to sponsor someone who is getting involved. While participants are raising awareness about diabetes through movement, they’re also doing something that’s good for their own health. Every minute of movement and every dollar counts.”
One Million Minutes ambassador and professional basketball player Dion Collins is opening up about his diabetes journey and how he is taking part in the challenge this year.
“In 2024, I was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes while I was on holiday in Bali. At the time, I was really tired and drinking a lot more water, but I just assumed that was due to being an athlete and hard training sessions. I was what many people would consider fit and healthy, so my diagnosis came as a complete shock. It made me realise that anyone can get diabetes.
I’m joining the One Million Minutes of movement challenge to show young people living with diabetes that it’s going to be okay. I’d tell them I know how hard it is, but you will live a normal life and can still chase your dreams like I have. Talk to the people you trust, find your support system, listen to your body and slow down when you need it.
I hope that by opening up about my story, I can help raise awareness about diabetes and encourage others to get tested if they experience any symptoms,” he said.
Dion says around this time of year, he would normally be heading overseas to play basketball, but as he approaches one year since his diabetes diagnosis, he looks forward to staying home and getting to know and understand his diabetes better. That will include switching from daily insulin injections to using a pump, and allowing his body to adjust to the change.
As a participant in the One Million Minutes of movement challenge, he plans to run a few half marathons and continue with his training regimen as his contribution to the collective target of one million minutes.
Movement can be big or small, like walking to work, taking the stairs instead of the lift, going for a run or a bike ride, stretching at a yoga class – how people choose to move is completely up to them.
All participants have to do is keep track of their minutes of movement and upload them to their individual fundraising page.
While participants can be part of the challenge as an individual, they can also join a team with friends and whānau or create a team with their work colleagues. Alternatively, they can join their nearest Diabetes NZ youth team, and the money raised will stay local.
For more information about One Million Minutes of movement and to sign up individually or as a team, visit the One Million Minutes webpage.
By Paul Rutherford - Research Assistant
Māori are takata whenua, people of the land, and the university recognises this and their under-representation in the tertiary education environment. So how is their experience on campus? In 2024 we ran the LU Student Diversity Survey, which explores the identity of our students, perceptions of diverse identities on campus, and experiences.
Māori make up 7% of our domestic students, compared to making up 10.6% of Cantabrians and 17.8% of the population of New Zealand. For the response to our survey, 11.8% of respondents identified as Māori - that was some great engagement! We are thankful to Te Awhioraki and the Waiata Wednesday groups for getting the word out about the survey, and for all the mahi they do for all of our tauira, ka pai!
In the article ahead we look at the tauira Māori response to the survey, then at what is happening on campus and how we can be involved in fostering a campus that not only celebrates diversity but also empowers each one of us to thrive without fear or bias.
Undergrad Tauira Māori
Māori undergraduate tauira who responded to the survey were much like the other undergrads who answered the survey – similar age, similar split in gender identity, similar experience of impairment, and similar mixes of reported sexual orientations as other undergraduate students. But there is one big area where they appear to be different – their experience. The experience of Māori undergraduate students seems to have some challenges. They report:
• Witnessing homophobia and discrimination against students with disability more frequently than other undergrad students.
• Witnessing and experiencing verbal slurs and verbal threats more frequently than other undergrad students.
• Experiencing bullying, racism, and cultural understandings more frequently than other students, most seeing cultural misunderstandings “regularly”.
Verbal slurs that tauira heard were largely reported to be racist, particularly about Māori. Other verbal slurs heard were sexist and homophobic. Tauira reported being threatened for speaking Māori on campus and hearing other aggressive statements.
For the statement, “The University provides free and open expression”, there was lower agreement from Māori undergrad students. There was also lower agreement for the statement “The University is accepting of who I am”. This came through in comments, including those against people speaking te reo Māori on campus, and the frequency and casual use of slurs.
Several Māori students recounted being told they were “too white”, “not a real Māori”, and others related hearing slur words deriding Māori people. These statements can be challenging to hear because they strike at a person’s identity – the core of who they are. So, when all of this is going down, where do tauira Māori turn? Māori undergrad students reported seeking support from family members more frequently than other students did, and from Te Manutaki (the staff in the office of Māori and Pasifika Development, they’re a great team, call by to see them in Ivy Hall – they are open to all students!) Tauira Māori also mentioned the student clubs and events, and the relationships formed through them, as part of what makes them feel welcome and accepted on campus. This is just part of their experience on campus –fortunately, there are also students who’ve found themselves welcomed and enjoyed their time here, but these statistics show that for many there is room for improvement.
Postgrad Tauira Māori
Again, Māori postgraduate tauira who responded to the survey were much like their peers – similar age groups, similar split in gender identity, similar experience of impairment, and similar mixes of reported sexual orientations as other undergraduate students.
When it comes down to experience, Māori postgraduate students reported:
• Witnessing more verbal slurs, verbal threats, and racism than other postgrads.
• Witnessing and experiencing more homophobia than other postgrads.
• Experiencing cultural misunderstandings more frequently than other postgrads.
Māori postgrad students reported seeking support from friends, family, teaching staff, recreation centre staff, and Te Manutaki more often than other postgrad students – it’s great that they are open to seeking support and know where they can get it from.
In Context
The survey reports on tauira experience at Lincoln University, but what is it like elsewhere, at other universities and out in the wider community? Unfortunately, we don’t have data on that, however anecdotal evidence reports show that this is not an issue isolated here.
I spoke with Lincoln University’s Deputy ViceChancellor Māori, Merata Kawharu about this. “Sadly, most sectors will see some racism, how prevalent it is will vary according to the leadership, the policies, the support systems, and the demographics of the organisation.” How can we go about changing this? “We need to understand the prevalence of these concerns and how we are supporting our people.” Merata goes on to suggest that, to help us improve as a sector, universities could collaborate on what they are doing to support students facing these issues and share information on what the issues they are facing are. This information would help collectively understand what is working, what is not, and what is yet to be addressed.
Building a Better Solution Together
Here at Lincoln, the university is working on initiatives that weave Te Ao Māori into everyday language and materials. These increase visibility –an important aspect that tauira referred to often in their responses, across the diversity spectrum – connecting us to the people and the heritage.
To develop knowledge and understanding, the university offers Te Reo Māori and Te Ao Māori workshops for staff, and online learning modules are in development. Changing a culture takes time, but the more people step up, we can shift from a state of under-representation to valued integration.
Do you want to learn more? Join the Te Reo drop-in sessions in the Library at 12pm on Rāhina (Monday) and Waiata Wednesdays at Te Whare on Rāapa. All students are welcome to visit Te Whare and engage with the community there. Sharing some kai and kōrero can help lighten your day and help make new connections.
Be an ally – speak up when you hear racism, homophobia, and other discriminatory language. Casual comments can have consequences long after the comment has been said. Let those who feel unseen that you do see them, you want to understand them, just as we all want to be seen and understood. This survey shows where we have been, and plans are in action to take us to a better place. Let’s all do our mahi to help grow this!
Kotahi te waka, kotahi te hoe. We are all in this together.
Many thanks to the teams at Te Manutaki and Te Awhioraki for helping me
Āwhina Ākoka Student
Support
LU SUPPORT SERVICES
Te Manutaki - lincoln ac nz/te-manutaki
Te Awhioraki and LUSA - lusa org nz & teawhioraki org nz
International Student Advisors - lincoln ac nz/international-support
Student Health & Wellbeing 03 325 3835
Inclusive Education- lincoln ac nz/inclusive
OTHER SUPPORT SERVICES
Free call or text 1737 - Anytime to talk to (or text with) a trained counsellor
Lifeline - 0800 LIFELINE (0800 543 354) or free text 4357
Emergency - In an emergency or immediate danger, including mental health support, always dial 111
Download our SAFELU App for easy access to support services or visit lincoln ac nz/support
HOW TO SUPPORT FELLOW STUDENTS
There are many ways to engage with others to help foster wellbeing and belonging Join a club start a club join the Student Buddy Programme
For more ideas and info, contact LUSA via lusa org nz or Wheako Tauira Student Experience at experience@lincoln ac nz
Learning Te Reo Māori
You probably know Jenny-May Clarkson and Mike McRoberts from the TV screen, they have both been presenting New Zealand news and media for yonks. What you may not know is that this year they have both published memoirs, stories that both hold a lot in common, but each holds their distinctive style. They both talk about their upbringing, being separated from Māori culture and the reasons for that separation.
They share about their careers, in front of the camera and behind. And they share their reconnection with te reo Māori and te ao Māori, and the strength that connection gave them.
Jenny-May is “Kiwi-as” and really relatable, she brings a grounded perspective and outlook. Being wahine and a māmā, she also has some distinct experiences, providing a really personal account. Mike McRoberts is thoughtful and informative, giving a reflective and insightful read.
It is fascinating to read about their journeys and the strength their reconnection with te reo and te ao Māori gave them. It isn’t always easy, but whether you are learning te reo or just curious, these books offer inspiration, insight, and another voice in an important conversation.
E tipu, e rea, mō ngā rā o tōu ao. Grow and thrive all the days of your life.
Full Circle – Jenny-May Clarkson
Speaking My Language – Mike McRoberts
Te Reo Māori apps
There are lots of great apps to help you engage with te reo Māori.
Rongo means “hear”, and the app gives guided lessons to train your ear and pronunciation for te reo, in an immersive way. A kaiako (teacher) reads kupu (words) and phrases to you, then you repeat them back, and the app listens and gives feedback. If you pronounce it correctly: “Ka pai”. If it needs some improvement, it’ll repeat it. Say it really well, you’re rewarded with “Tino pai!”
Kōrerorero means “conversation” and there’s a whole heap of that in this app. Each lesson is based around a conversation, starting with simpler topics (waking up, chatting with flatmates, making plans). You listen in te reo (and English if you want), then do some small challenges – which word means “friend”? Match the translations. Find the missing word. Not too hard, a bit of fun. And before long you’re expanding your reo and training your taringa (ear)!
Drops is an app for learning lots of different languages, ‘Te Reo Māori’ is one of them! Drops uses gamification to motivate you to keep coming back, though the language in this app may be less nuanced. It teaches you words one at a time, with sounds and images to make it memorable. There are lots of mini games – drag the kupu (word) to the right translation, match the word and the translation, drag the ‘drops’ in the right order to spell the word. Bright, fast, fun, earn points and level up – you’ll expand your vocab in no time.
There is a quiet tension that follows some of us through the halls of university. It is not always spoken, but it is felt in the hesitation before speaking te reo Māori in a lecture, in the glance around the room to find you are the only Māori student present, in the way culture is carried like a cloak that must sometimes be left at the door.
Walking in colonial spaces means constantly negotiating identity. It means being proud of who you are, while knowing that pride might be misunderstood, questioned, or even silenced. It means leaving parts of yourself behind not because you want to, but because the space was not built with you in mind.
connection. Not because we have to, but because it is who we are. Manaakitanga is not just a practice; it is a reflection of our values, our whakapapa, and our commitment to kotahitanga.
WALKING
IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF OUR ANCESTORS
There are classrooms where tikanga is treated like a footnote, where mātauranga Māori is seen as “alternative,” and where the discomfort of Pākehā is prioritised over the lived experience of tangata whenua. And yet, when those same Pākehā visit the marae, they often bring their anxiety with them unsure of protocol, worried about offending, sometimes even resistant to learning.
What is often missed is that Māori live with that same discomfort every day in their institutions. But that discomfort doesn’t define us. We respond with manaakitanga: with warmth, hospitality, and generosity. We welcome manuhiri into our spaces, guide them gently, offer kai, kōrero, and
Still, it is important to acknowledge that this generosity comes at a cost. It takes energy to constantly educate, to accommodate, to make others feel safe while feeling unseen. It takes courage to walk in the footsteps of our ancestors while navigating systems that were never designed for us. This is not a plea for pity, it is a call for understanding. For Pākehā to recognise that discomfort is not one-sided. That feeling of being out of place, of not knowing the rules, of fearing judgment – that’s a daily reality for many Māori in universities, workplaces, and public spaces. And yet, Māori show up. Succeed. Thrive. Because they carry their tūpuna with them.
Tauira mā, Māori mā! Remember walking in the footsteps of our ancestors means walking with dignity, even when the path is uneven. It means holding fast to your reo, tikanga, and stories even when the world tells us to let go. It means creating space for future generations to walk with less fear and more freedom.
So next time you step onto a marae, or into a space where your Māori culture is present, remember, you are being welcomed into a legacy of resilience. Honour that. Learn from it. And ask yourself: what footsteps are you leaving behind?
ZARA WEISSENSTEIN PRESIDENT
Look at that! We’re almost at the end of the year with only a very few assessments and exams left before the Summer break! I hope you all enjoyed Garden Party, I certainly had a blast! I can’t believe how fast the year has gone, and how much has happened in just these few months. These last few weeks of your time on campus are perfect for making the most of your student services which you pay for via your student services levy! Come see Te Awhioraki or LUSA for support, go take a class at the gym, pop into the careers centre for help finding your Summer job, or head on over to the health centre if you getting sick or burnt out with how busy you’ve been! Make sure you’re looking after yourself so that you’re strong and ready to go for your exams (or handing in your thesis)! If there are PASS sessions available for your courses make sure you go along to get in that extra study and ask any last minute questions you may have! But don’t forget to also take time to yourself, relax, and spend time with your friends. This is what will keep you going through the busiest time of the year.
When I ran for the role of LUSA President for 2025, I had a lot of goals and dreams for what I wanted to deliver for you as the student body. I have managed to achieve most of these as well as much more, based on your feedback that you have given me throughout the year, whether that was directly in person, via a survey, or by emailing me. You can find a rundown of these changes that
LUSA has been able to deliver for you on page 50. I must say it has been an incredible year representing you all for 2025, and thanks to you (the students), I have the opportunity to do it all over again next year for 2026. I am truly grateful to you all for supporting me so that I can do the same for you and make sure you all have the best student experience possible – however that may look for each of you. We’ll have a relatively green LUSA exec next year, and I am so excited to see so many fresh faces joining the team to support you all.
Congratulations to everyone who has been elected in, I cannot wait to work alongside you and see all the incredible things you do and the awesome changes you make for the student body next year. I know you’ll all do an amazing job.
Now I’ll try and keep this as short as possible before I ramble on forever, congratulations all of you on an incredible year, goodluck with your assignments, thesis’, and exams, and have a fantastic Summer!
P.S. Don’t be afraid to reach out for support from LUSA. You can contact me at president@lusa.org.nz and I’m always more than happy for a yap, or just to listen. Happy Holidays!
VICE PRESIDENT
I hope you’re all finding your stride as we head into the final stretch of Semester 2. With exams just around the corner,
it’s a busy time, but also the perfect chance to showcase the hard work you’ve put in this year. Remember to pace yourself, take breaks, and look after your wellbeing - finishing strong is as much about balance as it is about study.
For those moving on from Lincoln, like me, whether graduating or stepping into new opportunities, this is a moment to soak up the last of campus life — catch up with friends, enjoy the spring sunshine, and make the most of the events still to come. As I write this, Garden Party is just around the corner, signalling the end of lectures for the year. It’s always a highlight and a chance to celebrate together, so I hope you take the opportunity to create some lasting memories before summer. I’m also excited to be heading to Europe for a conference and some travel afterwards - an opportunity that came from stepping outside my comfort zone and saying yes to new experiences while here. For many of you, this time also marks the beginning of exciting adventures beyond Lincoln — whether that’s travelling, heading overseas, or taking on new challenges. Make the most of every opportunity that comes your way; these moments don’t come around often, and they’ll help shape the next chapter of your journey.
I hope you’ve all enjoyed your year and managed to navigate the highs and lows that study can throw at you. It’s been a big year, and I’m excited to see what’s ahead for each of you. Enjoy it all while your at LU it will go by quicker than you think.
CAM HOLMES
TROY VOLMAN SECRETARY
Hello again, and for the last time! Sometimes, one of the hardest things for me to do in this role is write this blurb! I’m not always sure why, its very straightforward, I can say what I want and I’m sure many people haven’t actually read this through fully! I haven’t even read another execs blurb fully since the beginning of 2024 when I was comparing all of them (mine was best obviously)! If you read this till the end and come to me with the code word ‘orange’, I will give you a block of chocolate! No jokes, Only a few weeks left then summer. For some of you it means a couple of months off earning money, and for others it means we are out of here! Although I may sound excited it will actually be a big change going into the big wide world (scary). One of the things I worry most about is not the fact I don’t yet have a job, not that I want to travel (with no money), or the fact I don’t even have anywhere to stay after November, but more so that life is going to be so much less social!
It’s been a few years working on behalf of students and for LUSA. I recently spent a weekend in Wellington for a 21st, where they talked about being unemployed and doing nothing with their lives! It filled me with hope and the realization that Lincoln students are probably some of the best cunts out there (Welly’s is a bit different after all). Try keep in contact with your mates (snapchat, reels, even a phonecall!), go meet some new people and look after yourselves.
GEORGE GIBBS DISABILITY EDI REP
Kia ora and goodbye everyone. This will probably be my last time writing one of these for you all. I hope I have been doing a good job for you all and I look forward to seeing you all around for the end of the year. I will be back next year but will be at my desk working on my PhD or working as a demonstrator in as many courses as I can.
I am writing this before the Shave date for my Shave for a Cure fundraiser but I am hoping many attended to watch me shave my head. It has been five long years since I last cut my hair. It is a worthy cause and hits home especially as my dad this year was diagnosed with cancer. I am sure to be spreading the word on all the funds we raise in the next RAM and if you only found out now you can still donate till the end of the year.
I am looking forward to passing the baton of this important role on to Kayley Wiffen who will be an amazing Disability and EDI rep. If you have anything you want to share with me or her you can let us know at the Disability Rep email disability.rep@lusa.org.nz
One last time I want to thank everyone for the past two awesome years in this role and I amazing I will be doing all I can for you till the university can finally push me off to another organisation.
With great gratitude and a bit of sadness, George Gibbs
NATHAN CAMPBELL SUSTAINABILITY REP
As Sustainability Rep- this is my final column.
Responses to the Strategic Direction Survey indicated students do not know what the Sustainability Rep’s role is and what I have done over the year. Whilst I query if these folk read this column, it is a fair comment. Frankly, room in the RAM is too limited for details. If you want to know the Sustainability Rep’s responsibilities going into 2026, I have two recommendations:
1. Read the position description on LUSA’s website, found at ‘Represent > LUSA exec 2025’. The description provides apt context on the Rep’s tasks and responsibilities. Whilst reading it, have a think. How is the scope? Does it cover all you want? If not, then...
2. Contact the rep. Crazy, I know. But, for all the student comments I hear for more sustainable actions at LU, I can count on one hand how many people contacted me in 2025 with concerns and queries. LUSA representatives are here to - shockingly - *represent* you. Our best work comes from advocating for what the students want. On that note, Sustainability Week was awesome! Glance at this issue’s Sustainability Spread for a summary. I am proud of everyone involved, from 50 new species discovered on campus to planting 400 trees in the Burn’s forest. The work we can do together is amazing.
Before the year’s end, I want to release a report on everything the Sustainability Rep has done this year. Keep an eye on the LUSA website, socials, or your email for that one. There will be more in it thank you think, but I hope the report can provoke conversation on how this role can best serve the students at LU. Without your voice, we can only do what we think is best. Community is everything, remember that.
Thank you for the year. It has been a privilege. Nathan, signing off. Ahakoa he iti, he pounamu.
CATERINA CAMPESE INTERNATIONAL REP
Kia ora amigxs, Hello folks, Ciao cari, Tchau, gente!
How’s the academic year wrapping up for you?
We’ve made it to the very last RAM of 2025. Thank you for being with us and flipping through the RAM all year long! I was so pleased to see that once again the International Students Wellbeing – Taking Care of You! workshop was a success. It’s always rewarding to see students light up and come together in a supportive community. Our amazing team will make sure this event runs again next year too! You may have noticed I haven’t been around much lately, I’m taking an extended holiday. But I’m always at the other end of the keyboard if you need me. Find me at international.rep@lusa.org.nz Ka kite.
ALEESHA YOUNG WELLBEING & ENGAGEMENT REP
Hello everyone and goodbye! It’s been a pleasure representing you all in 2025, this role has brought me so many new friends and amazing opportunities. Being surrounded by such amazing people has made this year fly past. You are in good hands with the 2026 LUSA student exec, I’m excited to see everything the new members will bring to the table. Good luck everyone for your exams! Study hard but don’t forget to take breaks, keep in touch with friends and family and remember to eat well.
Talofa Lava, we’re almost at the end of the year.
This will be our last push before the year ends and I hope that everyone had a great time with some of the events that we have held throughout the year with LUPISA. We will still have volleyball Friday where we will have our last and final feed after volleyball and we will say our last goodbyes before the semester ends. Thank you to everyone who turned up and for being inclusive and trying out new things from the Pasifika culture.
EDI REP
Kia ora e hoa mā!
Well done on making it to study week! University certainly isn’t easy, so I am very proud of you all!
It has been an honour to be your Rainbow EDI Rep this year. I have learnt so much and made many precious memories with new and old friends alike. Last month’s SPACE Ball was a highlight, of course. I thoroughly enjoyed learning some new line dancing moves and seeing everyone express themselves. It reminded me just how important these kinds of safe spaces are for creating connections and a sense of belonging. I am so grateful to everyone who continues to make this possible.
I can’t wait to continue mahi next year to further celebrate who we are as a community! In the meantime, I hope you all have a wonderful summer!
MONI AVIA PASIFIKA REP
SAM DRYDEN RAINBOW
MINUK KANG RAINBOW EDI REP
Winter is finally behind us, and the days are getting warmer, the sun feels stronger, and campus has a new kind of energy. Many of us are finishing up assignments, thinking about graduation, or just enjoying the change of season. At the same time, new LUSA Reps have been announced for 2026, and it’s exciting to see fresh faces ready to bring new ideas. For Postgrads, this time of year is more than just wrapping up the semester. With award nights coming up and the year winding down, it’s also a chance to look ahead. We’ve got more workshops planned to support career development, social events to help connect across different fields, and more ways to make sure Postgraduate voices are part of the conversation when decisions are being made at Lincoln Uni!
In recent months, there has been a stronger focus on creating opportunities for Postgraduates to feel connected on campus. Casual meet ups and chances to share experiences beyond study have helped make Postgraduate life more engaging. Looking ahead, a trip to Hanmer Springs is on the horizon; something fun and refreshing that will let Postgrad students step away from campus, enjoy the outdoors, and strengthen connections with each other. Alongside this, there is the ‘Keep Eyes Open!’ event, which will add even more energy to our calendar, giving students another chance to come together and enjoy something different!
So, let’s celebrate our grads, back our new LUSA team, and head into the next season ready for connection and collaboration along the way!
DIPTI ADHIKARI POSTGRAD ACADEMIC REP
As the last term of the year is rolling to an end and festivities settle upon us like a weighted blanket, I don’t chide myself in thinking I achieved everything that I hoped for in this term. I do, however, pride myself in thinking I tried, I did not settle in my morals, and I helped at least a few people in my journey as the Postgraduate Academic Rep.
This beautiful new country that has embraced and that I have embraced with open arms with opposites in cultural, social cues that took me oh so many months to learn. The millennial pause that I take before every video or conversation directed at me coz, I need to process it in English-Nepali-English neural pathways.
My time in this position has given me valuable insights and the nitty gritty knowledge of how a university functions. It has been an eye-opening journey, and I am forever grateful for the experience. I leave you with these last words to ponder by the author Dylan Thomas, so poignantly used in the all time classic movie, ‘Interstellar’.
Do not go gentle into that good night - by Dylan Thomas
Do not go gentle into that good night,
Old age should burn and rave at close of day; Rage, rage against the dying of the light.
Though wise men at their end know dark is right, Because their words had forked no lightning, they Do not go gentle into that good night.
Good men, the last wave by, crying how bright
Their frail deeds might have danced in a green bay, Rage, rage against the dying of the light.
Wild men who caught and sang the sun in flight, And learn, too late, they grieved it on its way, Do not go gentle into that good night.
Grave men, near death, who see with blinding sight Blind eyes could blaze like meteors and be gay, Rage, rage against the dying of the light.
And you, my father, there on the sad height, Curse, bless, me now with your fierce tears, I pray.
Do not go gentle into that good night.
Rage, rage against the dying of the light.
YOU SAID... WE DID!
We want more careers advice from LUSA!
We want more postgrad representation!
We want more transparency from LUSA around where our money goes and what the exec does for us!
We want more lighting and a more accessible campus!
We want more student spaces!
Fight for counselling to be made available for online students!
Handed out 70 copies of Prosple’s “Top 100 Graduate Employers Guide” to help you chart the start of your career.
Raised awareness around these services which are already offered within Lincoln University at the Careers Centre (paeawhina.lincoln.ac.nz/s/career-centre) and by Kylie, our practical work coordinator who can be contacted at kylie.gordon@lincoln.ac.nz
Added an extra postgraduate rep to the LUSA exec to focus on postgraduate engagement and increase the community feel of the postgraduates at Lincoln University.
Added a transparency and accountability goal to our strategic plan during its update, to continue this work after this year’s exec finishes their term at LUSA.
Brainstormed more ways that this can be increased next year which includes:
• More student awareness of LUSA’s board meetings and where to find minutes and financial information.
• Communicating more with specific groups of students that may struggle to engage with LUSA such as online students, etc.
• Adding a section onto our website that details where your money goes within LUSA.
Worked with the university to increase lighting, and fix accessibility hazards such as sunken or cracked paths, potholes. This is a constantly developing project so there is always more work to do, and we will continue to push for more lighting and accessibility for you to be able to enjoy a safe campus.
While this is still a work in progress, we have heard your voices and requests and this is something that will continue to be fought for next year and in future years.
LUSA discussed options for this with Lincoln University throughout the year, and very recently, appointments have been made available for online students via Microsoft Teams calls. These can be booked at: forms.office.com/r/3nLD85Zz9d
We want more representation outside of Lincoln University, such as fighting for free bus fares.
This is still to come; however, LUSA has been discussing how this could be done, and will begin to advocate for you outside of the university very soon.
NastySCOPES
Libra (Sept 23 – Oct 23)
Listen up, you indecisive weakling! This month, your flirty-ass will have trouble making a decision between two equally shitty options. Get off your butt and make a damn choice already or be prepared to get fucked over by both. Alos, love and fuckboys await you!
Capricorn (Dec 22 - Jan 19)
Oh hey there, Capricorn! The stars say your career’s gonna take off this month. Too bad your love life is still stuck in the gutter. Guess that fancy job won’t help you get laid. You’re not as mysterious or powerful as you think!
Aries (March 21 - April 19)
Your head is so far up your ass, you’re practically a human centipede. Keep bulldozing through life and maybe one day someone will actually appreciate your shit. But let’s be real, no one can handle that much fire and arrogance. Asshole.
Cancer (June 21 - July 22)
Yo, Cancer! The stars say you’ll be feeling extra sensitive this month. Too bad no one gives a shit about your feels, coz you’re always crying like a whiny little bitch. Grow up and stop being such an emotional wreck. It ain’t cute.
Scorpio (Oct 24 – Nov 21)
Scorpio, you stubborn piece of shit. Your intense emotions and sexual drive make you a force to be reckoned with. But don’t let that big ego go to your pants or you’ll end up in some crazy threesome jealous triangle. Why don’t you just crawl back into your slimy hole and leave the rest of us alone?
Aquarius (Jan 20 – Feb 18)
Mercury in retrograde will make you question everything, but let’s be real, you never had your shit together to begin with. Expect breakups and meltdowns, but hey, at least your detachment skills will come in handy. Fucks given level: zero. Cheers!
Taurus (April 20 - May 20)
Taurus, your bullshit stubbornness will only lead you to drink and fuck your wasy through your paycheck this month. Remember, material possessions can’t replace a personality! Take care.
Leo (July 23 - Aug 22)
You’re feeling mighty powerful this month, but that’s just your overinflated ego. Don’t be surprised if people start calling you a cocky asshole. Keep your fire in check or else someone might piss on it and put it out.
Sagittarius
(Nov 22 – Dec 21)
Bloody’ Sagittarius, you wild horse-humping bastard. This month, your drunk-as attitude will drive away everyone you know because you loathe people who are obnoxious. Keeps spreading those negative vibes, and only hang out with people who can vibe on your level.
Pisces (Feb 19 – March 20)
Pisces, get ready for a shit show of emotions this month. Your sensitive ass will be triggered by everything and everyone. Instead of drowning in your own tears, grow some balls and confront your problems head on. No one wants to deal with your passive-aggressive bullshit.
Gemini (May 21 - June 20)
Your indecisive ass better make up your goddamn mind this month or else the universe will smite you with mediocrity. Stop flirting and start getting laid, Also, don’t be surprised if your lover’s “surprise” involves a strap-on and some role play. Buckle up buttercup!
Virgo (Aug 23 - Sept 22)
Yo Virgo, your anal retentive nature is gonna make people wanna shove their hands up your ass and use you as a puppet. Why don’t you have a job yet? Do better.
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RULES
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KIWI SUMMER PICNIC
FRIDAY 5TH DECEMBER, 3PM–7PM
FORBES LAWN, LINCOLN UNI
LUSA invites you and your family to join us for our Kiwi Summer Picnic on Forbes Lawn.
With a range of entertainment, food and friendly faces, this end-of-year celebration is for you to bring the whole family along for a lovely afternoon on campus.
Open to all Summer School, Post Grad, Research, International students and families, and any other students.
*Vegetarian, gluten free and halal available
*Every member of your family or group attending, including children over 1, need a ticket.
